El tema
Example: El tema de la reunión será la sostenibilidad ambiental.
Definition
"El tema" refers to the subject or main topic of discussion, conversation, or written work. It is the central idea that guides the content, such as in the phrase 'El tema de la reunión será la sostenibilidad ambiental,' meaning the meeting's topic will be environmental sustainability.
Etymology
The phrase "el tema" comes from the Spanish language, where "tema" is derived from the Latin word 'thema,' which itself comes from the Greek 'θέμα' (théma), meaning 'something set down' or 'a subject.' Did you know? The Greek root is also the source of the English word 'theme,' linking the idea of a central topic across languages.
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"El tema" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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